Sodium chloride cubic crystal
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Sodium chloride cubic crystal
Sodium chloride. Computer graphic of crystallised common salt (sodium chloride), showing a crystal plane (at left) which forms part of sodium chlorides cubic crystal (at right). Small spheres represent positively-charged sodium ions, and large spheres are negatively-charged chloride ions. Sodium chloride crystals consist of rows of such planes, each arranged so that the chloride ion in one plane fits over the sodium ion in the one beneath it. Each positive ion therefore has six negatively-charged nearest neighbours, and vice versa. The electrostatic attraction holding these nearest neighbours together makes the crystal strong but brittle
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Crystal Lattice Molecular Graphic Salt Sodium Sodium Chloride Molecular Model
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This print showcases the mesmerizing beauty of a sodium chloride cubic crystal. Created through computer graphics, it provides an intricate visualization of crystallized common salt, revealing its unique structure and composition. The image features a crystal plane on the left side, which forms part of the larger cubic crystal on the right. In this graphic representation, small spheres represent positively-charged sodium ions while large spheres symbolize negatively-charged chloride ions. Sodium chloride crystals consist of multiple rows of these planes, each meticulously arranged so that the chloride ion in one plane fits perfectly over the sodium ion in the plane beneath it. This arrangement results in every positive ion having six nearest neighbors with negative charges, and vice versa. The electrostatic attraction between these neighboring ions is what gives this crystal its strength; however, it also renders it brittle. The delicate balance between attractive forces and repulsive forces within this ionic lattice creates a visually stunning pattern that has fascinated scientists for centuries. This remarkable molecular model not only highlights the intricacies of chemistry but also serves as a testament to human ingenuity in visualizing complex structures at an atomic level. Science Photo Library brings us yet another awe-inspiring glimpse into nature's hidden wonders through their exceptional collection of scientific imagery.
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